Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley's awkward first meeting - The Graham Norton Show - BBC One

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  • @debroahyoung4193
    @debroahyoung4193 2 роки тому +193

    Joanna voice is like velvet I could listen to it all day

  • @dumplingsprawns9716
    @dumplingsprawns9716 3 роки тому +478

    I love how they include Rebel into their conversation, makes it feel so much warmer and laid back

    • @michaelcareymph
      @michaelcareymph Рік тому +21

      I completely agree! I think it’s a true mark of class in an age where the art of conversation has been lost.

    • @UrbanBratz
      @UrbanBratz Рік тому +4

      She was in the movie after all…

    • @lizpadilla3292
      @lizpadilla3292 6 місяців тому +1

      graham norton is brilliant this would not happen anywhere else

  • @HOLLYHOUSE11
    @HOLLYHOUSE11 7 років тому +747

    these two have gotten me thru two decades of horrific times with laughter. I am forever grateful.

    • @rick_terscale1111
      @rick_terscale1111 Рік тому +5

      And COVID...

    • @claire_eve8531
      @claire_eve8531 Рік тому +5

      Bless you, sending hugs 🙏🏻

    • @chi5860
      @chi5860 Рік тому +2

      Couldn't agree more.

    • @lesliethompson4588
      @lesliethompson4588 Рік тому +3

      They’re hilarious! Love you both ❤️

    • @rocker76m88
      @rocker76m88 Рік тому +7

      I watched them in the 90s while I was married to an abusive piece of crap. They made me laugh so much, and I loved them ❤️

  • @rustybearden1800
    @rustybearden1800 Рік тому +68

    Patsy's entrances and one liners are some of the funniest comedy ever created

  • @DSRQ1
    @DSRQ1 Рік тому +104

    Two of the funniest performers I've ever seen. We know AbFab was great because of how well the comedy holds up after 30 years.

  • @darrensmith4932
    @darrensmith4932 Рік тому +27

    Jennifer’s reaction to the lady band comment is priceless

  • @spacemissing
    @spacemissing 2 роки тому +148

    AbFab is one of the most powerful laugh-inducers I've ever found.

  • @matttrafton2725
    @matttrafton2725 2 роки тому +79

    One of the best all time comedies that will endure throughout the 21st century.

  • @SeleneMoonBird
    @SeleneMoonBird 2 роки тому +35

    “Have you got your lady bands in? Because I’m wearing mine tonight.” 😂😂😂

    • @dawnkindnesscountsmost5991
      @dawnkindnesscountsmost5991 7 місяців тому +1

      Ms. Saunders made "lady band" sound like a product to prevent "sneeze pees!"
      "Strengthen your kegels with the new Always(TM) Lady Bands, and soon you won't be worrying about sneeze pees, either! Sold in the feminine hygiene aisle. Get yours today!" 😂

  • @bernlin2000
    @bernlin2000 Рік тому +73

    Even from a distance, as an American, I can see old clips and be stunned at what a well-constructed show it is. It's no wonder it's such a phenomenon in the UK, the chemistry is amazing!

    • @DJL78
      @DJL78 Рік тому +8

      It was massive in America as well. If you knew…you knew. And when you knew so did everyone you know.

    • @elysehfm8797
      @elysehfm8797 7 місяців тому

      Are you saying you haven't seen whole shows? They're so amazing.

  • @lonewave1
    @lonewave1 Рік тому +82

    A business friend once couldn't believe me when I said "you need to watch this show called Absolutely Fabulous." Her eyes widened and couldn't believe a guy liked the show and especially one from the Brits. I told her it's one of the best shows that the Brits ever produced and these two women make me laugh over and over again. Wish they would do maybe 5 or 6 more shows when they're at the senior age and get them out there. We need so much better entertainment than what's out there today. My friend passed away and every time I watch the show I think of her. Here's to you Nance!

    • @ts-eu6mp
      @ts-eu6mp Рік тому +2

      Here's to you and your great friend, Nance, who left the Earth. Thank you for that. SO sorry for your loss-aren't we fortunate to have shared these ladies and the other great characters on the AB FAB Show, with our wonderful friends! Here's to you, Airily, with all my love, from Terri-after all these years... xo

    • @lonewave1
      @lonewave1 Рік тому +1

      @@ts-eu6mp Thanks for your thoughts on my comment and my friend Nance. I like smart women who these 3 are and got one heck of a sense of humor, great combination that can't be beaten! Thank you!

  • @discopuma
    @discopuma 2 роки тому +13

    This is the most British interview ever in every single way

  • @Wicked6.1
    @Wicked6.1 2 роки тому +47

    This show was my guide in the 90s. The influence it had in me was hysterical!

  • @blonde761
    @blonde761 Рік тому +34

    Oh how we treasure these two in America! Seriously one of funniest shows of all time, and we really have nothing to compare it to from American TV. Re-watching the series the past week has seen me through a nasty case of covid. 25+ years later still laughing till I cry.

  • @evo5349
    @evo5349 5 років тому +82

    These two just play off each other with great timing. There out takes are great.

  • @openyourpassport8673
    @openyourpassport8673 5 років тому +29

    Joanna Lumley is such an interesting woman! She can talk about anything but is also a wonderful listener, she's intrigued by people and their stories. I'm going to See her in Dublin tomorrow and I can't wait. I hope I meet her 😊 I only wish Jennifer Saunders was with her! 😍

    • @PooP-ge2fk
      @PooP-ge2fk 4 роки тому

      I think they hate eachother xD

  • @marymagdalene3004
    @marymagdalene3004 5 місяців тому +4

    Two brilliant performers and Saunders also wrote the stuff!! Just the best - who can compete with those Absolutely Fab episodes? Hard to beat the brilliance of those shows!!!

  • @bratchny82
    @bratchny82 8 років тому +154

    Jennifer and Joanna - absolutely best ever darlings! Can't wait for the movie!

    • @curliefro
      @curliefro 8 років тому +1

      Yasss! Love them!

  • @beccastyver
    @beccastyver 2 роки тому +29

    Absolutely Fabulous and the Golden Girls, 2 shows I can watch on repeat daily and not get tired of

  • @simonbridges3835
    @simonbridges3835 2 роки тому +24

    That was a perfectly executed double take with feigned affront follow through, Miss Lumley 🤣

  • @tomitstube
    @tomitstube 3 роки тому +20

    jennifer saunders notorious with bare bones scripts, she would have an idea and let everyone do their own thing. and then got ideas off other peoples interpretations. it always worked out brilliantly, of course she was always surrounded by great talent.

  • @timmy13duffy
    @timmy13duffy 3 роки тому +40

    They can't even help themselves they are so funny together - it just happens!!!

  • @handlesarefeckinstupid
    @handlesarefeckinstupid Рік тому +12

    You know it's good when you can rewatch it and it still stands up.

  • @og6920
    @og6920 6 років тому +29

    I like Rebel. I LOVE Jennifer and Joanna and I love how Joanna spoke to Rebel...Joanna is such a cool lady!

  • @CourtneyPielok
    @CourtneyPielok 4 місяці тому +2

    Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley are 2 ICONS 👑

  • @patricianel6180
    @patricianel6180 3 роки тому +45

    Still love watching their shows over and over.

  • @santafejack
    @santafejack Рік тому +7

    I just love Jennifer Saunders. What a fabulous sense of humor and beautiful, too. I hope she has a partner that treats her really well.

    • @3keell27
      @3keell27 Рік тому +3

      Her husband is Ade Edmondson! Another British comedy legend. Look up "Bottom"...

  • @Dior3llaxoxo
    @Dior3llaxoxo Рік тому +20

    I’m just sad that I didn’t discover this show sooner 😭 it’s 2022 and I just got through all the seasons. Never knew this show existed until a couple months ago. Now added to the list of my top favorites

  • @danishhald
    @danishhald 7 років тому +71

    Such beautiful women. Joanna is a gem.

  • @jeanhansen1333
    @jeanhansen1333 4 роки тому +43

    BBC comedy is a force in and of itself! I snuck in to the living room late at night to view Benny Hill, adored Are You Being Served and when I found Absolutely Fabulous, I was in love forever! (South of Boston, MA-USA)

    • @msmltvcktl
      @msmltvcktl 2 роки тому +4

      Shame you never found "The Young Ones" w/ Rik Mayall and I believe Adrian Edmondson..?

  • @LibrariansWife
    @LibrariansWife 8 років тому +96

    They look like 3 Golden Retrieveres 😁 - A huge fan of Absolutely Fabelous

  • @bookkeeperbookkeeper2827
    @bookkeeperbookkeeper2827 2 роки тому +4

    Never forget the first time I saw this show in the mid 90s....was on comedy central...never laughed so loud...made sure was home on thurs 7:30pm
    ....no DVR at that time...lol

  • @kengoodman9381
    @kengoodman9381 Рік тому +14

    I love these two women! They've gotten me through some horrific times in my life with laughter and the comedy.

  • @putrijoyceirawati2638
    @putrijoyceirawati2638 6 років тому +118

    Joanna Lumley to me will always be Aunt Spiker from James and the Giant Peach. She terrified me as a kid 🤣

    • @jake6112
      @jake6112 3 роки тому +2

      Well I'll be blowed.

    • @mabo4165
      @mabo4165 3 роки тому +5

      To me she's Purdey from The New Avengers! 🤷🏻‍♀️

    • @putrijoyceirawati2638
      @putrijoyceirawati2638 3 роки тому

      @@mabo4165 yeah well I wasn't born then soooooo.... 🤷

    • @marylhere
      @marylhere Рік тому

      That would have been excellent casting…my fifth grade teacher Mrs. Stauffer was the most excellent Auntie Sponge. The original illustrations.

  • @-HatsuneMiku
    @-HatsuneMiku 6 років тому +60

    "Have you got your ladybands in? I'm wearing mine." Hahahahha

  • @zeldafan1942
    @zeldafan1942 3 роки тому +4

    I'm from Arkansas, and I'm a huge fan of these actresses!

  • @garycunningham939
    @garycunningham939 Рік тому +5

    Two of the funniest ladies ever!!!!!

  • @wralford
    @wralford Рік тому +7

    Those of you who watched AbFab already know this, but what Jennifer Saunders left out was how her character fell out ass-first from a cab in the present, then it went to a flashback in which she as a young woman doing the same thing. It was hilarious! Didn't know that was based upon what she saw Bananarama doing in the '80s.

  • @anthonybradley1555
    @anthonybradley1555 Рік тому +6

    these two legends are amongst the best in comedy along with the late victoria wood, totally high caliber talent , very enjoyable story!

  • @iiz6966
    @iiz6966 5 років тому +23

    I cant not say it enough...I LOVE THESE LADIES!!!

  • @askhowiknow5527
    @askhowiknow5527 5 років тому +15

    Jennifer still makes the cutest faces

  • @maysaniyazova
    @maysaniyazova 3 роки тому +13

    They will ALWAYS be Absolutely Fabulous!!!

  • @crystalrusmisel1832
    @crystalrusmisel1832 3 роки тому +20

    These ladies and Betty white are the 3 people I wanna meet one day before I die. Absolutely the funniest people on this planet in my eyes!!!

    • @caraspencer3058
      @caraspencer3058 Рік тому

      Sadly, Betty White (from Golden Girls) died last year.

  • @Bustygirl-dz1wi
    @Bustygirl-dz1wi 3 роки тому +22

    She still looks amazing at 74 she must have looked after herself

  • @jacquelinehauser220
    @jacquelinehauser220 Рік тому +4

    Watched it a million times.

  • @ericmgarrison
    @ericmgarrison Рік тому +2

    I ❤️ that the end of Graham’s AbFab day was just a ride home on the DLR!

  • @MooMooFutch
    @MooMooFutch 2 роки тому +21

    Absolutely Fabulous is my life. I’ve spent time around people just like Patsy and Eddie. I think it’s the one series I can quote word for word. Every single part. Every character. I love it so much. It’s Absolutely Fabulously Iconic.
    One of the funniest scenes that always has me laughing is when Patsy is sat next to Eddie who is giving birth and she’s dressed as Purdy. It was full circle.

  • @alanwisdom7777
    @alanwisdom7777 6 років тому +21

    I did not know anything about drinking, Jennifer began to laugh 😂😂

  • @mandy8275
    @mandy8275 8 років тому +55

    Love these ladies !! The good old days

  • @ronaldstrange8981
    @ronaldstrange8981 3 місяці тому

    One of the very, very best shows ever.

  • @brigittecarcagno4338
    @brigittecarcagno4338 3 роки тому +14

    Absolutely Fabulous continues to be one of my favorite show!

    • @eolsunder
      @eolsunder 2 роки тому

      and i love the bloopers even more

    • @muhltrayneify
      @muhltrayneify Рік тому

      When Graham said 'former lady band' the first thing I thought was 'oh they're not ladies anymore?'

  • @Light-jc3fj
    @Light-jc3fj 3 роки тому +3

    Favourite comedy of all time...how I miss it argghhh 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

  • @starriderkittykat9064
    @starriderkittykat9064 2 роки тому +13

    I loved that show,it's one of the all time greats!

  • @carlozabbia1157
    @carlozabbia1157 5 років тому +12

    Joanna Lumley was in two episodes of AYBS and was excellent in both of them.

    • @dawnkindnesscountsmost5991
      @dawnkindnesscountsmost5991 7 місяців тому

      I remember those episodes. Ms. Lumley was married to one of the show's creators, wasn't she?

  • @joelgenung2571
    @joelgenung2571 4 місяці тому

    From a "Yank" on the other side of the pond: these two immensely talented women are the Laurel & Hardy's of British comedy. Brilliant writing. Genius comedic timing. Superb BBC production quality. They have made me laugh harder than even Del Boy in OFAH and are the best of Great Britain. Thank you for so damn many belly laughs.

  • @martinbeckett3367
    @martinbeckett3367 5 років тому +12

    Watched this interview hundreds of times still 😂😂😂😂

  • @randalstilskin5266
    @randalstilskin5266 Рік тому +3

    LOL the show came out when I was in Jr. High me and mom started watching it together, in our own way we are alot like Saph and Eddie which made it more hysterical.

  • @johantillgren1510
    @johantillgren1510 15 днів тому

    Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley are so smart. Dear god they are icons.

  • @norahdenovan8658
    @norahdenovan8658 Рік тому +8

    The funniest thing ever, thank you so much for all those hours of laughing ❤️🌹

  • @jessicabamber6088
    @jessicabamber6088 3 роки тому +5

    Three of the funniest women in the world on one couch!

  • @sothathappened
    @sothathappened 6 місяців тому

    i've never seen them interviewed together before... what a marvelous chemistry still exists between these comedy legends!! so happy to see this

  • @Siran4228
    @Siran4228 3 роки тому +2

    Absolute geniuses! I love these too. Will be so sad when they leave.

  • @norwegian68
    @norwegian68 7 років тому +27

    I first learned about Stoli from AbFab. It's been a wonderful love affair since.

  • @aliray1868
    @aliray1868 2 роки тому +2

    Simply Fabulous best show EVER!!!!!!

  • @lynnnaude
    @lynnnaude Рік тому +2

    OMW this show was so amazingly hilarious with these two beautiful ladies. The cast all round just fitted in. Thanks I have watch it over many times. Keep on smiling 😍🤩

  • @nickl.4168
    @nickl.4168 2 роки тому +4

    True industry professionals❤️

  • @Brogan_Balfour_Crescent
    @Brogan_Balfour_Crescent Рік тому +2

    26 felt weird to hear but now it's 32 years old damn.

  • @catman2130093
    @catman2130093 8 років тому +25

    i ADORE these ladies!!! Rebel too!

  • @gengarrules777
    @gengarrules777 5 років тому +3

    It only takes one person in a room of a million that believes in you and it makes a difference

  • @zanyzoo6767
    @zanyzoo6767 3 місяці тому

    No matter how, no matter who, no matter good, no matter bad.................always dignity to the end . Bless her.

  • @belleespirit4712
    @belleespirit4712 3 роки тому +2

    Favorite TV show of all time!!!!!!

  • @rocknroller1986
    @rocknroller1986 6 років тому +6

    I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these 2 SOOOO much!!

  • @livequality4578
    @livequality4578 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely Fabsolutely, great comedy.

  • @dutchmiami
    @dutchmiami 6 років тому +8

    i have the series of ABFAB and French and Saunders: the first series was on VHS cassette !!!!! i watched it so many time it became un-usable and then of course i got ALL the ABFAB series on DVD:-) sooooooo awesome these girls :-) I looooooooove AbFab.-)
    Thankyou Pats and Edina!

  • @ivanbarbosa81
    @ivanbarbosa81 3 роки тому +1

    Love Joanna and Jennifer and miss them on tv

  • @jonathaneffemey4892
    @jonathaneffemey4892 2 роки тому

    Thanks for posting

  • @frances4007
    @frances4007 8 років тому +10

    Joanna is wow !!! My favourite programme in my younger years ! Also love rebel

  • @fintan3563
    @fintan3563 3 роки тому +22

    “I didn’t know anything about drinking”. Yeah and I didn’t know anything about breathing! 😝😝😝

  • @yolandavaughn4835
    @yolandavaughn4835 Рік тому +4

    I still watch they show ❤ love them

  • @minky7252
    @minky7252 Рік тому +1

    The most creative, hilarious show

  • @kangtavenus1236
    @kangtavenus1236 6 років тому +2

    I just love these two ladies .

  • @carolannkaplan
    @carolannkaplan 6 місяців тому

    My favorite show EVER!

  • @faytalbot9817
    @faytalbot9817 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely fantastic WOW LUV IT

  • @ajc5903
    @ajc5903 9 місяців тому +1

    My AbFab dvds are in a big glass case labeled Antidepressant. I love them ❤

  • @Jeff-un7vw
    @Jeff-un7vw 4 місяці тому

    "That's Jennifer, I didn't know anything about drinking" my God it's one of the best line of the show!!!

  • @kepler186f4
    @kepler186f4 Рік тому +2

    I don't know who Jennifer and Joanna are, but you can tell that they have become very close and dear friends.

  • @caribman10
    @caribman10 7 років тому +81

    Wow, the takeaway I get here is that Joanna is still just as sexy as she was 1,2,3 and 4 decades ago. Wow. All that and a first class intellect AND actress.

    • @carlycool4
      @carlycool4 6 років тому +2

      caribman10 Yep. Even on this side of the pond I saw her on the Avengers. Hottttt!

  • @Janet7144
    @Janet7144 3 роки тому +3

    I watched an item on tv called Absolutely Champers with these 2 and it was hilarious. I recorded it so I can watch it again.

  • @karenricci3712
    @karenricci3712 5 років тому +6

    LOVE LOVE LOVE AB FAB GREAT SHOW

  • @stephenrobinson9252
    @stephenrobinson9252 4 роки тому +6

    Joanna Lumley is just the sexiest woman ever.

  • @traceysmith4963
    @traceysmith4963 3 роки тому +2

    Best show ever !

  • @321edhp
    @321edhp Рік тому +2

    Gerkins or ghurkas respect to you both you are an inspiration h n crew

  • @S.H.Jurida
    @S.H.Jurida 2 роки тому +1

    2:04 😀❤ "I didn't know anything about drinking."

  • @peternutt5646
    @peternutt5646 Рік тому

    LOVE this show

  • @miladydewinter7770
    @miladydewinter7770 2 роки тому +14

    I'm lucky enough to have the complete set of Ab Fab on DVD and I watch them regularly when I'm need of a lift. It never gets old. (The American version stunk - they ruined Ab Fab just like they did with The Office).

    • @tankgirl6446
      @tankgirl6446 Рік тому +1

      There was an American version????

    • @JuliaBl
      @JuliaBl Рік тому

      @@tankgirl6446 I am as surprised as you are.

    • @raywright8226
      @raywright8226 Рік тому

      Same deal with "Kath & Kim". The US remake was awful.

    • @elysehfm8797
      @elysehfm8797 7 місяців тому

      I haven't found a person who agrees with me on the UK Office in FOREVER! There is no use with speaking those those people AT ALL.

  • @ChristinaGina
    @ChristinaGina 8 років тому +99

    I never clicked a video so fast....

  • @johnblais2065
    @johnblais2065 5 місяців тому

    Great show funny as hell

  • @aliasmarg8ta127
    @aliasmarg8ta127 5 місяців тому +1

    I am afraid that I ever met Joanna and Jennifer in person, I'd be fangirling so bad, I'd embarrass myself. I've been a huge fan of Joanna's since her New Avenger days. I thought Purdey was the coolest woman ever.

  • @pac.who1888
    @pac.who1888 3 роки тому

    These legends are my love's of my life, Jen we first met when Ur name was Helen back, Jo it was in Eddie's house 1st EPP of ab fab, thx for making life funny

  • @ellasmommy9278
    @ellasmommy9278 Рік тому +2

    I adore Ab Fab. Patsy is my sister hands down. And because I'm more of a hippie child however genius, I'm more like Edina.
    True story. The movie premiered at a theater downtown Denver. I only lived a few blocks from it so I decided to walk. It's summertime so I had these big sunglasses on and this big white floppy hat because I'm allergic to the sun. Didn't think anything of it. I got welcomed into that theater like I was a cast member and got invited for drinks after the movie. It never occurred to me I was dressing like Edina.